There are five elements to the Relational Leadership Model: Purposeful, Inclusive, Empowering, Ethical, and Process-Oriented. Of these five, the leadership component that I feel most comfortable with is Inclusive.
I also feel comfortable with the idea of Purpose in leadership. I think because my outlook is positive, I can relate to Purpose well. I definitely think a “can-do” attitude is necessary in leadership, because your members want to see a objective and reach for it. I am a very hopeful person and when you get a group together working towards a common goal, the results can be phenomenal.
One component of the Relational Leadership Model I would like to work on more is Process. Sometimes my mind is so focused on an end result that I lose sight of how important the process to get there is. Also, I would like to work on civil confrontation. Often times in a group, tensions can arise and I am never sure how to deal with them. I honestly really hate confrontation; I don’t like drama or conflict, so I tend to avoid it, which can get ugly. I would also like to work on giving and receiving feedback. I am a very sensitive person and perhaps I take everything a little too personally. I want to develop a thicker skin and realize constructive feedback is given to help me, not hurt me.
One of the points made in Chapter 3 that I liked the most was about Cooperation vs. Competition (pg 105). I thought it was very interesting how being in a competitive environment can actually hinder your performance. “A person’s best work is done under conditions of support and cooperation, not under fear, anxiety, or coercion.” This really resounded with me. No matter what situation we’re in, shouldn't we be helping each other? After all, being competitive in the end may get you to the top, but you’re all alone. I’d much rather be successful, and see everyone else succeeding as well.
I couldn't be a better leader without the help of you all, so thank you.
Here’s a relevant quote :)
None of us is as smart as all of us.
-Ken Blanchard
Marygrace,
ReplyDeleteI LOVED your last paragraph! That sentence in the book really stood out to me too. Being at the top alone is pointless (in my opinion) and I would much rather have friends around to share it with. This blog was such an easy read for me and I can't wait to read what else you post this quarter! :)
Hello! I greatly enjoyed reading your blog! :)
ReplyDeleteI too am so thankful and appreciative of the great diversity we have on campus! There's always something new and exciting happening on campus every day. It is always so interesting and beneficial hearing what everyone has to say, as it may open our eyes to things that we have never seen before, and our minds to thoughts we have never had before.
A positive mindset is so important in keeping the environment and group optimistic and working in the right direction! I also completely agree with your mention of growing thicker skin: I too feel like I may be too sensitive, and I take everything said to me personally, though I know it was only to help me grow as a person. I'm so glad to know that I'm not the only one who feels this way! :') I would also like to work on confronting problems better. Sometimes I attack problems way too viciously without thinking it through as much as I should, or I shyly stay away from the problem, allowing the problem to grow bigger and bigger. I'd like to work on finding the perfect balance in confronting problems!
Your last point was awesome!! Being alone is never any fun, even if you're at the top. Helping others and reaching success together is so much more rewarding then fiercely ripping through people to succeed on your own.
Hello! First of all I loved your quote at the end...very true and simply to the point! I also enjoyed yoursmall paragraph about staying positive! I agree with you that it's necessary in leadership. Your paragraph about Ohio State was very nice! It sums up a lot of the reasons why I decided to come here! Keep up the great work..I love reading your blog :D
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